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Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency Proclamation to Allow for Motor Carrier Waiver

Thursday, May 1

Governor Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency proclamation Wednesday, April 30, to allow a waiver for hours of service for motor carriers in Kansas. Areas within Kansas and surrounding states are experiencing a fuel shortage causing long lines at fuel terminals thereby... Read More.

‘It takes a village’: K-State Helps Rural Kansas Community Meet All Generations’ Needs

Thursday, May 1

MANHATTAN, Kan. (April 30, 2025) — How can small towns meet the educational, recreational and wellness needs of all their residents, young and old? Can one facility for 3-year-olds and 83-year-olds alike do the trick? Kansas State University researchers are helping a rural Kansas town... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Celebrating Small Business Week May 4-10, 2025

Wednesday, April 30

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Join the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce in celebrating the power of small businesses and the entrepreneurs who make our community thrive! For more than 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has celebrated National Small Business Week (NSBW), which... Read More.

Allen County Tackles Traffic and Safety Concerns, Considers Budget Increase for SEK Multi-County Health Department

Wednesday, April 30

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners heard an update Tuesday on issues regarding truck parking along Montana Road presented to them last week. Sheriff Anthony Maness said in checking with Iola Police Chief Jared Warner, it was confirmed that the entire section of... Read More.

Divided Commission Votes Against Pursuing Regulation of Commercial and Industrial Solar Systems in Unzoned Reno County Areas

Wednesday, April 30

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A divided Reno County Commission Wednesday voted to not pursue regulation of commercial and industrial solar systems in the unzoned areas of Reno County, which is basically most areas west of K-14 excluding areas surrounding Nickerson and South Hutchinson. Commissioner Randy... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of La Harpe

Wednesday, April 30

TOPEKA, Kan — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of La Harpe public water supply system located in Allen County. The advisory was issued because of a waterline break resulting in a loss... Read More.

Sen. Marshall Answers Comments During Tuesday Media Conference

Tuesday, April 29

As President Donald completed the first 100 days of his second term Tuesday, US Senator Roger Marshall said we are witnessing a rebirth of American greatness. In a media conference with Kansas reporters, the senator said, “If there's one theme I've heard over and... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Purchases, Multiple Appointments and Adopts Proclamations at Tuesday Meeting

Tuesday, April 29

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved purchase of a snow blade attachment for the Public Lands and Facilities Department. During this past winter's snowstorms it came to their attention a new blade had not been received as expected. It later surfaced... Read More.

USD 308 Board of Education Sets Bond Election Date and Capacity for Out of District Students

Tuesday, April 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Voters in Hutchinson USD 308 will consider a $109.5 million bond issue at the November general election. The USD 308 Board of Education last night adopted a resolution to call the election, which since it will take place at the same... Read More.

Jared Jones with Lyons Receives Kansas Municipal Utilities’ Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence

Tuesday, April 29

McPHERSON, Kan. — Jared Jones, Public Works Director for Lyons, Kansas, was presented with the 2025 Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence by Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU). KMU is the statewide association of community-owned and operated electric, gas, water, and wastewater utilities in Kansas. Jones... Read More.

Retired Hutch Police Department Sergeant Files for City Council

Tuesday, April 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A veteran law enforcement officer who spent much of his career with the Hutchinson Police Department has filed for what will be an open seat on the Hutchinson City Council. Darrin Truan announced Monday he will seek the at-large position on the... Read More.

2025 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt to Begin Friday, May 2

Monday, April 28

The 2025 edition of the McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt begins Friday. As in past years, the button hunt involves two separate hunts including a physical hunt for a medallion featuring this year's All Schools Day Button, and a virtual hunt where... Read More.

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Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency Proclamation to Allow for Motor Carrier Waiver

‘It takes a village’: K-State Helps Rural Kansas Community Meet All Generations’ Needs

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Celebrating Small Business Week May 4-10, 2025

Allen County Tackles Traffic and Safety Concerns, Considers Budget Increase for SEK Multi-County Health Department

Divided Commission Votes Against Pursuing Regulation of Commercial and Industrial Solar Systems in Unzoned Reno County Areas

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of La Harpe

Sen. Marshall Answers Comments During Tuesday Media Conference

McPherson City Commission Approves Purchases, Multiple Appointments and Adopts Proclamations at Tuesday Meeting

USD 308 Board of Education Sets Bond Election Date and Capacity for Out of District Students

Jared Jones with Lyons Receives Kansas Municipal Utilities’ Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence

Retired Hutch Police Department Sergeant Files for City Council

2025 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt to Begin Friday, May 2

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